Plaże z Błękitną Flagą w Alicante 2026: Costa Blanca liderem Hiszpanii
The Alicante Blue Flag beaches 2026 once again position the Costa Blanca as one of the leading coastal tourism destinations in Spain and Europe.
With a total of 77 Blue Flags, the province of Alicante once again tops the national ranking, reinforcing the quality of its beaches, the excellence of its services and the international appeal of its coastline.
The Valencian Community also continues to hold a leading position within Spain, confirming the value of its coastal destinations for residents, tourists and international property buyers.
Alicante once again leads Spain’s Blue Flag beaches
In 2026, Alicante stands out as the Spanish province with the highest number of Blue Flag beaches.
This distinction, awarded by the Association for Environmental and Consumer Education (ADEAC), recognises key factors such as:
- water quality
- safety
- accessibility
- cleanliness
- beach services and infrastructure
The Alicante coastline continues to outperform other Spanish coastal areas thanks to its combination of climate, services, maintenance and well-established tourism quality.
The Valencian Community remains one of Spain’s leading Blue Flag regions
The Valencian Community continues to rank among the regions with the highest number of Blue Flags in Spain.
Alicante plays a fundamental role in this recognition, especially due to the importance of the Costa Blanca within international tourism and European residential destinations.
The province stands out not only for the number of awarded beaches, but also for the diversity of beaches and coves recognised along more than 200 kilometres of Mediterranean coastline.
The most outstanding Blue Flag beaches in South Costa Blanca
South Costa Blanca is home to some of the most highly valued beaches among international buyers and European residents.
Blue Flag beaches in Torrevieja
Torrevieja remains one of the most sought-after destinations on the Costa Blanca.
The beaches awarded in 2026 are:
- Cabo Cervera
- Cala de las Piteras
- El Cura
- La Mata
- Los Locos
- Los Náufragos
The combination of services, promenade areas and Mediterranean climate continues to attract international residential tourism.
Blue Flag beaches in Guardamar del Segura
Guardamar del Segura maintains several recognised beaches:
- Centre Dels Vivers
- Ortigues-Campo
- El Moncayo
- La Roqueta
These beaches are especially known for their wide natural sandy areas and protected surroundings.
Blue Flag beaches in Orihuela Costa
Orihuela Costa continues to be one of the most popular areas among foreign property buyers.
The beaches awarded in 2026 are:
- Cala Capitán
- Cabo Roig – La Caleta
- Campoamor-La Glea
- La Zenia – Cala Bosque
- Mil Palmeras
- Punta Prima
The combination of beaches, services and international residential areas strengthens the appeal of this part of the Costa Blanca.
Blue Flag beaches in Elche
Elche maintains several outstanding beaches along the Alicante coastline:
- Arenales del Sol-Sur
- Carabassí
- L’Altet
- La Marina
- Les Pesqueres-El Rebollo
These beaches are particularly valued for their natural surroundings and wide open coastline.
Blue Flag beaches in Santa Pola
Santa Pola continues to strengthen its position as one of Alicante’s most attractive coastal towns.
The Blue Flag beaches are:
- Calas del Este
- Calas de Santiago Bernabéu
- La Ermita
- Tamarit
- Varador
Blue Flag beaches in Pilar de la Horadada
Pilar de la Horadada maintains several recognised beaches at the southern end of the Costa Blanca:
- Del Conde
- Higuericas
- Jesuitas
- Mil Palmeras
- Puerto Rocamar
The area is particularly valued for its water quality and family-friendly beaches.
Costa Blanca: quality of life by the Mediterranean
Alicante’s leadership in Blue Flag beaches confirms something that thousands of international buyers already know: the Costa Blanca offers a unique combination of climate, services, quality of life and Mediterranean lifestyle.
For those looking for a second home or investment near the sea, Blue Flag beaches are a strong indicator of quality and long-term value.
